Ilegal Reposado Mezcal 750ml

It all began at John Rexer's Bohemian artist refuge, Café No Se, in Antigua, Guatemala. Opened in 2003, Café No Se became the heart of a thriving expat and artisan community of Antigua. As John's business grew, his interest in Mezcal led him to "import" the mystical spirit in very "creative" ways. His customers took to the spirit and to satisfy the growing demand, he was forced to access less seemly trade routes, hence the name Illegal. Needless to say John has gone legit, but his nose for quality has not changed. I often don't care for oak aged mezcal as they tend to lose their unique character and start to more closely resemble Tequila. This is an exception to that rule. Ilegal's Reposado never lets you forget its true nature Nose: Rich, candied/burnt fruit, sandal wood Palate: spice box, cigar, cracked pepper, cocoa, dense smokiness is not overpowering as sweet oak pushes through on the finish. - David Girard